Enhance Regional Mobility February 2019 | Page 7

Updates I-30 / SH 360 Interchange and SH 360 Widening Projects Work continues on the $233 million Interstate 30/SH 360 Interchange Project, designed to create a modern and efficient interchange by early 2021. A full closure of I-30 in November, necessary for removal of the southbound SH 360 frontage road bridge, went smoothly and the Interstate reopened to traffic ahead of schedule. Work is also continuing on the $53 million SH 360 widening project, which began in June 2018. The 5.4 mile project, which will add additional lanes from Abram Street to Kingswood Boulevard/Green Oaks Boulevard in Arlington, is on target for substantial completion in 2020. During construction, three lanes will remain open in each direction, and lane closures will be scheduled during off-peak hours. Abram Street Rebuild Construction Milestones Achieved In early January 2019, the City of Arlington was proud to announce that the transformative Abram Street Rebuild through Downtown had reached several major construction milestones. The voter-approved project to rebuild Abram Street between Cooper and Collins streets kicked off in March 2018 and is on target to be complete in early 2020. In addition to improving utilities infrastructure, streetlights, drainage and creating a smoother, long-lasting roadway, the project will add pedestrian amenities such as new benches, LED lighting, trees, and other streetscape improvements to foster a more inviting, walkable environment for residents, students, and visitors. “This rebuild will create a safer, more attractive space for on-street festivals and other outdoor events that draw visitors to Downtown, which is a state-designated Cultural District,” Arlington Mayor Jeff Williams said. To complete the Abram Street Rebuild as efficiently as possible, the project has been divided into seven major phases, three of which were completed on schedule by the of 2018. The remaining four phases are anticipated to be complete by early 2020. To stay up-to-date on the progress of the Abram Street Rebuild, visit the Abram Street Rebuild webpage, www.arlington-tx.gov/Abram. 7